Service Schedule

Visitation
Friends may call at the Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home on Thursday, April 4, 2019 from 9:00 AM until 5:00 PM and Friday from 9:00 AM until service time.

Service
Her funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, April 5, 2019 at the Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home Chapel in Williston. Pastor Larry Duckworth will officiate.

Graveside Service
Interment will be in the family lot at Riverview Cemetery, Williston.

Edna Forthun
May 4, 1927 - March 30, 2019

Place of Birth: Rural Alexander, ND
Residence: Rural Alexander, ND
Age: 91

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Edna Forthun, 91, of Williston, ND, formerly of Alexander, ND, passed away Saturday, March 30, 2019 at C.H.I. St. Alexius Mercy Medical Center in Williston.

Edna was born on the family farm northeast of Alexander, ND on May 4, 1927 the daughter of Lonzo and Dora Bratcher. She attended country school and later graduated from Alexander High School. Edna attended Minot Normal School and received her teaching certificate. She taught rural school at Round Prairie, ND for one year.

On March 1, 1947, Edna was united in marriage to William “Bill” Forthun in Williston, ND. They lived, farmed, ranched and raised their family northeast of Alexander. Edna worked side by side with Bill, taking care of the farm and family. Bill passed away in 2002. Edna continued to live on the farm until moving to Williston in 2005, where she has been a resident since.

Edna enjoyed baking, sewing, quilting, crocheting and knitting. Bill and Edna were very involved with their children and their 4-H.

She was an active member of the Alexander Nazarene Church and the Alexander American Legion Auxiliary.
Edna was preceded in death by her parents, husband and one sister, Verneta Olson.

Edna is survived by her daughter, Myrna (Harold) Monson of Alexander, ND, two sons, Dennis (Beverly) Forthun of Alexander, ND and Darrell Forthun of Williston, 9 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren, two brothers, Ed Bratcher of Williston, ND and Lyle Bratcher of Alexander and one sister, Jewel Abelmann of Williston.

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Kelly & Joan Larson (Williston, ND)
Mar 31, 2019

Dennis & Family,

Linus wants to offer his condolences to you and your siblings. May Edna Rest In Peace!

Bev Novak-Breivik (Williston)
Mar 31, 2019

Darrell, Myrna, and Dennis, so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. She was so nice to visit with. I am sure she will be missed by you all. I am sorry I will be out of town this week, but please know my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Barbara Martin (Atoka, OK)
Apr 1, 2019

So very sorry for your loss Dennis, Myrna and Darrel. She was a special aunt and will be sorely missed.

Mary Njos (Williston, ND)
Apr 1, 2019

To all the Forthun family, my sympathy on the loss of Edna. May you all hold wonderful memories of her in you heart.

JEANNE Smith KNUDSVIG & Bonnie Smith
Apr 1, 2019

Dennis, Bev & Family
So sorry for the loss of your Mother. May you keep her memories close to your hearts to help you through the days ahead..
Sincere Sympathy

Kathleen Key Imes (Williston)
Apr 1, 2019

Edna was one of my favorite people. My sincere condolences to her family.

Sonya Dwyer (Garner, North Carolina)
Apr 1, 2019

There aren't enough words to describe Aunt Edna. She was such a quiet but impressive presence throughout my life - a perfect companion to Uncle Bill. She was an amazing woman who lived a rich, full life. I will miss her. My thoughts and prayers are with you Myrna, Dennis and Darrel as you grieve your precious mother.

Monte L Chitwood (Eagle, ID)
Apr 1, 2019

Dennis, Myrna and Darrell,
Even in your grieving the loss of your mother, may you all have peace and joy knowing your mother's faith in God was strong.
She and my own mother can now visit face to face! God Bless you
Monte

Vicki and Jerry Martinson (Williston, ND)
Apr 2, 2019

Dennis and Bev and family. So sorry to hear of your loss of Edna. It is never easy. Our thoughts and sympathy to all of you!

Brian & Barb Bennigsdorf
Apr 2, 2019

Edna's family,
Praying that you'll find comfort in your memories and peace as you remember your mom.
In deepest sympathy,
Brian & Barb

Debbie Hayden (Alexander, ND)
Apr 3, 2019

Dear Dennis and Bev, and Family: Words cannot express my deep sorrow at learning of Edna's passing. My heart breaks.... I considered Edna my friend, and I was blessed to have known her. She was a WONDERFUL lady. My deepest sympathy to you all.

Dave Arnson (Williston, ND)
Apr 3, 2019

Darrel and Family, sorry for the loss of your Mother, thoughts and prayers to all.

Fred N
Apr 3, 2019

To the Family,
I would like to express how sorry to hear of your loss. It seems so unfair that death should have the power to take away someone you love. And when it happens, the thought of never again being able to talk to, laugh with, or hold your loved one can be most difficult to bear. That pain is not necessarily erased by being told that your loved one is up in heaven.
I found what God promises in the Bible helpful. At Acts 24:15 it says “And have hope toward God, which they themselves also allow, that there shall be a resurrection of the dead.”
This promise has consoled me when my father died. Hopefully, it can provide some hope and comfort to your family.

Wendy Ramsey (Williston, ND)
Apr 3, 2019

Our thoughts and prayers for the family.

Janet Hellman (West Fargo, ND)
Apr 3, 2019

Dennis, Bev and Families
Our deepest sympathy for your loss.
Del & Janet Hellman

Pastor Don and Chris (Las Vegas, NV)
Apr 4, 2019

Myrna and family,
We remember your mom Edna, her dedication to the Lord and her friendship to us.
The many hours she gave to the Alexander Church of the Nazarene in piano playing, keeping records, planting beautiful flowers and contributing to our delicious potlucks, just to name a few. All with a cheerful heart. What a wonderful friend she was.
Think on the good times you were blessed to have with your mom and the assurance you have of seeing her again someday.
We send our love and prayers to you and the family.

Diane (Chitwood) Netter (Aloha , Oregon)
Apr 4, 2019

My condolences to the families of Edna. It was always enjoyable for me to see her and carry on our conversations when our families gathered to celebrate various occasions throughout the years.

Susan Bradford (Williston, ND)
Apr 4, 2019

Dennis, Myrna, and Darrell- So sad for the loss of your dear mother. She was a wonderful lady who showed much love to her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren- and they, and all who knew her, loved her in return! My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time.

Pastor Don and Chris (Las Vegas, NV)
Apr 5, 2019

Wayne and Dian Kemper (Owensville, Missouri)
Apr 5, 2019

We were sorry to hear of your mother's passing. I met her through Eulla Vaughan both great ladies and friends. Sending our prayers and sympathy.

Linda L Stevens (Epping, ND)
Apr 9, 2019

I want to offer my sympathies to Edna's family. I pray that God will comfort you during this time.

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